Alesis has announced the new CORE Series of 24-bit USB Audio Interfaces.

CORE Series interfaces offer a full range of recording solutions including XLR+1/4" combo inputs, Mic/Line or Guitar level switching, headphone outputs with level controls for efficient monitoring, and each model ships with a Cubase 7 LE.

CORE 1, a single input/dual output inline interface, is ideal for on-the-go recording or the budget-conscious producer. CORE 2 offers both audio and MIDI connections for full studio integration. Topping out the series is the CORE 8, an eight-channel rack mount interface suited for live or studio applications.

Alesis CORE Highlights

CORE 1 1-Channel In-Line USB Audio Interface:

2-channel mini USB, 24-bit/48 kHz output.

1 XLR+1/4" TRS combo input with gain knob.

Mic/Line or Guitar level switch.

Stereo headphone out with level control.

Modern sand-blasted aluminum housing.

CORE 2 2-Channel Desktop USB 2.0 Audio+MIDI Interface:

2-channel USB 2.0 24-bit/96 kHz output.

2 XLR+1/4" TRS combo input with gain knobs.

2 Mic/Line or Guitar level switches; phantom power.

Stereo headphone out with level and input/USB monitoring.

2 Powered USB hub ports; MIDI In and MIDI out.

Stereo 1/4" outs.

LED segment metering.

Sand-blasted aluminum housing.

ERP Compliant – Auto off.

CORE 8 8-Channel Rack Mount USB 2.0 Audio Interface:

8-channel USB 2.0, 24-bit/96 kHz output.

8 XLR+1/4" TRS combo input with gain knobs.

2 Mic/Line or Guitar level switches; phantom power.

Dual stereo headphone out with level and input/USB monitoring.

Stereo main + monitor outs.

LED segment metering.

2U metal rack mount enclosure.

ERP Compliant – Auto off.

Alesis Product Manager Nate Lane explains, "Each recording interface in the CORE family was purpose-built for different customers with different primary applications. CORE 1 has a micro-sized aluminum housing that not only makes it portable, but ready to take a beating. CORE 2 shares the same aluminum housing material and takes a step up with high-resolution 24-bit/96kHz recording quality and two built-in USB-powered hubs for additional gear. CORE 8 addresses a different need with a utilitarian 2U rack-mounted interface for the budget-conscious home recordist looking to record drum kits or multiple instruments or vocals at the same time — all without sacrificing mic preamp or recording quality."